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fa cup 4th round what happens if draw

If an FA Cup 4th round match finishes as a draw after 90 minutes, it is now decided on the day rather than going to a replay.

What happens if it’s a draw?

  • The match goes to 30 minutes of extra time (two halves of 15 minutes).
  • If it’s still level after extra time, it goes to a penalty shootout to decide who goes through.
  • There are no replays in the 4th round under the current rules, brought in to reduce fixture congestion.

Extra details fans usually ask

  • Standard format: 90 minutes → extra time → penalties if needed.
  • This applies to all fourth‑round ties in the current FA Cup season.

So if you’re wondering “FA Cup 4th round what happens if draw?” – the answer is simple: it’s settled that same day with extra time and, if required, penalties.

TL;DR: No replay in the FA Cup 4th round anymore – draw after 90 minutes means extra time and then penalties if still level.

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